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Side of a cotton cabin in Georgia, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Side of a cotton cabin in Georgia, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Side of a cotton cabin in Georgia
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This evocative photograph, titled "Side of a Cotton Cabin in Georgia," was captured by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in 1936 during the depths of the Great Depression. The image is part of the Farm Security Administration (FSA) collection, a New Deal program aimed at providing relief to rural communities affected by the economic crisis. The photograph depicts the side of a weathered, dilapidated cotton cabin in rural Georgia, USA. The cabin, with its peeling paint and cracked wooden siding, stands as a stark reminder of the poverty and hardship endured by many Americans during this period. A rusted wheel and handle, possibly from a farm machine, lie discarded nearby, symbolizing the abandonment of agricultural technology and progress. The image has been preserved in the Library of Congress, a testament to the historical significance of Lange's work in documenting the realities of rural life during the Great Depression. The photographer's unflinching gaze and commitment to capturing the essence of her subjects have made this photograph an enduring symbol of the era's economic struggles and the resilience of the human spirit. Lange, a pioneering figure in documentary photography, also worked for the Office of War Information (OWI) during World War II, continuing her mission to capture the human condition through her lens. This image, along with her other iconic works, has left a lasting impact on the history of American photography and our collective understanding of the past.
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